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Product Description
Ideal for the observer who views both astronomical and terrestrial objects, the Meade Infinity Series combines an altazimuth mount and quality optics for a superb value. For newcomers and beginners alike, these refracting telescopes are a great way for you to discover the cosmos and the outdoors. You’ll discover more with the Meade Infinity Series.The Meade Infinity 50 Refractor telescope is a great telescope to introduce a younger audience to astronomy. This 50mm (2.0") aperture gives bright, sharp images for both land and celestial objects. Whether you're viewing the lunar craters, Jupiter, or terrestrial objects, the Infinity 50 Refractor allows the first-time observer to explore the world around them.
Pros: Right-side up image means you can use it for daytime observing (birds, hunting, ocean, etc)
Easy assembly
Refractor means you don’t have mirrors to align (collimate); it’s ready to go out of the box
Cons:
Tracking celestial objects is less easy than an EQ mount because the controls function left, right, up, down whereas EQ mounts turn with the rotation of the Earth
No slow motion controls
Q: How is this telescope different than the other Infinity models (90, 80, 70, etc)?
A: The differences between each model are aperture size. The bigger the aperture, the more light-gathering power the telescope will have, resulting in brighter, detailed images. The Infinity 50 has a 50mm aperture, a smaller aperture size than the other Infinity telescopes, but also has the lowest cost.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #48 in Camera & Photo
- Size: One Size
- Color: Blue
- Brand: Meade
- Model: 209001
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 52.00" h x 39.00" w x 39.00" l, 5.50 pounds
Features
- Aperture: 50mm(2"). Focal Length: 600mm. Focal Ratio: f/12. Rack-and-Pinion Focuser
- Altazimuth mount makes pointing the telescope easy
- Low (20mm), medium (12mm), high (4mm) magnification eyepieces give you variety for any viewing situation & 2x barlow lens doubles the magnifying power of each eyepiece
- 5x24 optical viewfinder helps you point your scope at objects you want to observe & accessory tray stores accessories while observing
- Includes Astronomical Software and Instructional DVD
Editorial Reviews
From the Manufacturer
Meade Infinity Altazimuth Refractor Telescope is our best non-computerized entry level refracting type telescope family. It is a great choice for the beginning astronomer or home with a view. Includes simple to operate point and look mount. Lens diameter is 50 mm (approximately 2 inches) with a focal length of 600mm, f/12. This attractive and solidly constructed entry level telescope will let you see a great amount of detail on the Moon, view the main division in the rings of Saturn, the separation of the cloud belts of Jupiter as well as its primary moons, and observe countless star clusters, double stars, nebulae and more. A great scope for a home with a view with the simple to use point and look type mount. Includes AutoStar Suite PC compatible DVD astronomy software to chart the night sky. Telescope focal length of 600mm, f/12. Features a 1.25" rack-and-pinion focuser, a sturdy altazimuth mount with dual slow motion control knobs for fine centering and tracking of objects, three 1.25" eyepieces (SR 4mm (150X), H 12mm (50X) and H 20mm (30X)), easy to use red dot viewfinder, diagonal mirror, and height adjustable full size tripod with tubular Aluminum legs and a convenient accessory tray. Note: for terrestrial (daytime) use optional image erecting prism is available stock number 07217, useful for birding or a home with a view. Product carries full one year Meade factory limited warranty.
Meade Infinity Altazimuth Refractor Telescope is our best non-computerized entry level refracting type telescope family. It is a great choice for the beginning astronomer or home with a view. Includes simple to operate point and look mount. Lens diameter is 50 mm (approximately 2 inches) with a focal length of 600mm, f/12. This attractive and solidly constructed entry level telescope will let you see a great amount of detail on the Moon, view the main division in the rings of Saturn, the separation of the cloud belts of Jupiter as well as its primary moons, and observe countless star clusters, double stars, nebulae and more. A great scope for a home with a view with the simple to use point and look type mount. Includes AutoStar Suite PC compatible DVD astronomy software to chart the night sky. Telescope focal length of 600mm, f/12. Features a 1.25" rack-and-pinion focuser, a sturdy altazimuth mount with dual slow motion control knobs for fine centering and tracking of objects, three 1.25" eyepieces (SR 4mm (150X), H 12mm (50X) and H 20mm (30X)), easy to use red dot viewfinder, diagonal mirror, and height adjustable full size tripod with tubular Aluminum legs and a convenient accessory tray. Note: for terrestrial (daytime) use optional image erecting prism is available stock number 07217, useful for birding or a home with a view. Product carries full one year Meade factory limited warranty.
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